Smith Memorial Playground & Playhouse

Smith’s mission is to provide children 10 and under from diverse backgrounds with free and accessible one-of-a-kind play experiences that meet their physical, behavioral, and developmental needs.

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    (215) 765-4325

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    smithplayground.org

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Address

3500 Reservoir Dr (East Fairmount Park) Philadelphia , PA 19121 United States

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K12 Inc

Did you know? The huge 24,000 sq. foot playhouse was built in 1899, expressly as a play space for young children – it was never a residence. The unique Giant Wooden Slide was added in 1905. Read more

Nlisah .

This place has been a favorite of mines since I was little. The big sliding board has always been such a great attraction . They have remodeled and added more attractions

Richard Revilla

One of the nicest most elaborate playgrounds I have ever seen. Well done.

Rose

Fun, fun free place! The wooden slide is a favorite for my kids!

Stephanie Bujak

My son and I love smith - especially the big wooden slide

ISEPTAPHILLY

Did you know you can get here on SEPTA? The Route 3 stops at Smith's on weekends. Read more

Kyle Smith

Great place for kids to play!

Visit Philly

For children ages five and under, the Tot-Lot features more than 20 pieces of age-appropriate play equipment . Read more

James Jennings

Hit up the David Pincus Birthday Celebration -- lots of freebies!

Mark Cheramie Walz

Wear Sunscreen or go in the morning!

Inez Johnson

Great place for the kiddies! Closed on Mondays. Open 10-4.

Steve Hormell

Love the shady benches .

BeWhy Wisdom

Play hard.

Examiner.com

This place is a real hidden gem ! Read more

Chris Jelepis

It's hard not being 5 or under here...

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